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Ricoh RDC-5300 manual Getting Started

Models: RDC-5300

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GETTING STARTED Chapter1

Before Using the Camera	26
Checking the Package Contents	26
Attaching the Wrist Strap	26
Powering the Camera	27
Loading the AA Batteries	27
Using an AC Adapter	29
SmartMedia Memory Cards	31
What is a SmartMedia Memory Card?	31
Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card	32
Formatting a SmartMedia Memory Card	33
Before You Start Recording	35
Setting the Date and Time	35
Adjusting the LCD Monitor Brightness	37
How to Hold the Camera	37

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Contents

Page Copyright IntroductionCamera Features Table of Contents Advanced Shooting Miscellaneous Changing Camera SettingsSample Warnings Safety PrecautionsTurn off the power immediately if any metallic object Keep the batteries used in this equipment out Do not use the equipment near flammable gases Safety Warnings for Accessories Camera Body Parts & NamesAC Adapter optional BottomLCD Monitor Recording Mode DisplaysPlay Mode Displays Explanation of LCD Monitor DisplaysNo Card Status Explanation and Remedy ReferenceLCD Panel Error MessagesInitial display Setup mode Error Explanation and Remedy ReferenceOn an RS-232C cable connection Displays Appearing during Communication Communication ModeDisplays Appearing during Recording Displays Appearing during Playback/ErasureError Displays and Contents Menus SET UP MenuWhite Balance Record MenuPlay Menu Erase MenuTo a PC Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card p.32-33 Basic Operation/Quick ReferencePreparations Loading the Batteries p.27-29Press the shutter release button to record the image Setting the Date and Time p.35-37Basic Shooting Procedure p.40-51 ShootingPlayback Changing the Flash Mode p.54-56Using the Self-Timer p.61-62 Set the mode dial to Press the self timer buttonYou want to erase and press the Enter button ErasingErasing Files p.94-97 Press the shutter release buttonPage Getting Started Before Using the Camera Checking the Package ContentsAttaching the Wrist Strap Getting Started Powering the CameraLoading the AA Batteries Rechargeable BatteriesShooting and Playback Guidelines Close the battery coverEconomizing on Batteries Load the batteriesBattery type Approximate Recording Time Playback Time Using an AC AdapterHandling Precautions Using the AC AdapterSee Turning on the Camera p.41 What is a SmartMedia Memory Card? SmartMedia Memory CardsProtecting Against Accidental Writing Inserting a SmartMedia Memory Card Inserting CardData Formatting a SmartMedia Memory Card Removing CardClose the card door Press the shutter release button Set the mode dial toSetting the Date and Time Before You Start RecordingPress the or button to select Date Press the Enter button to flash the digit you want changed Press the Display button to select the date display methodPress the Enter button Press the and buttons to change the blinking numeralWhen viewing through the viewfinder Adjusting the LCD Monitor BrightnessHow To Hold the Camera Tips How to Verify the Date and TimePress the shutter release button lightly with your fingertip When viewing using the LCD monitorBasic Shooting Operation Flow Basic ShootingBasic Shooting Using the Display button to turn the power on and offSlide the center button of power switch to on Turning on the CameraPress the CARD/IN button and select a Recording destination Switching ModesAuto Power-Off Selecting a Recording DestinationPress the PIC button and select a PIC Image quality mode Selecting PIC Image quality ModeSwitching PIC Image quality Modes Selecting a PIC Image quality ModeSelecting Recording Mode Switching Recording ModesApproximate File Sizes by PIC Image quality Mode Press the or button to select Selecting a Recording Mode for the PIC modeSet the mode dial to and press Menu button Press the Enter button to choose Recording modeDigital Zoom Function Setting the Size of the Subject ZoomZooming In Telephoto Setting Zooming Out Wide Angle SettingHow to View Images on the LCD Monitor Viewing Through the ViewfinderViewing Through the LCD Monitor Press the or button to set the size of the subject Shooting Still Picture ModeWhen the flash lamp lights Aim the camera at your subjectStill frame mode /text mode Tips Using the Camera for Extended Periods of Time When Focusing is DifficultTips LCD Monitor Display Function Page Advanced Shooting Chapter Changing Flash Modes Flash ModesEffective Range of the Flash Advanced Changing the flash modeHow to Cancel a mode Press the release button to take the photographPage Setting the Exposure Compensation Setting the Exposure CompensationSet the mode dial to Press Menu button How To Cancel the Exposure Compensation Setting Press the or button to change the compensation levelPress the shutter release button to shoot Subject Subjects Difficult to Correct in Auto Mode Changing the White Balance ModeChanging the White Balance Mode Switching White Balance ModesHow to cancel the mode Press the and buttons to select White balance modeUsing the Self-Timer Set the mode dial to and press the self timer buttonSpecial Shooting Functions Focus Lock Shooting When to Use the Focus LockHow to Use the Focus Lock Tips Remote ControlShutter release button down fully Focus Mode ShootingMode Shooting p.63 Press the shutter release button lightly Hold itSet the Mode dial to and then press the Menu button How To Cancel Focus ModesPress the up or down button to select Focus Press the shutter release button to shoot the subject Date Imprint ModeSet the mode dial to and press the Menu button How To Cancel Date Imprinting ModeMenu button Redeye Reduction ModePress the or button to select Monochrome Monochrome Mode Black & White SepiaHow To Cancel Red-eye Reduction Mode How To Cancel Monotone ModeSecond Interval Time lapse Shooting ModePress the Menu button Press the release buttonShutter release. The set time interval will not change How To Cancel Soft Mode Using Soft ModeHow To Cancel Interval Shooting How To Cancel ShootingMode Shutter Speed Press the or button to select S ModePress the shutter release button to take the picture Press the up or down button to turn Auto Bracket to on Using Auto BracketHow To Cancel the S Mode How To Cancel Auto BracketAdvancedShooting Macro Shooting Close-up ShootingShutter Release Button Focal Range for Macro ShootingPLAYBACK/ERASING Playback Display Before Starting to Playback Recorded ImagesPlayback/Erasing Connecting to a TVUsing the Camera for Extended Periods of Time Check that both the camera and the TV are turned offSelect a source file to playback Switch Display ModesPlaying Back a File Files That Can Be Played on the CameraPlayback Display Playing an Image FileMulti Image Playback Set the mode dial to Press the Display buttonPress the or button to verify the image file Zoom PlaybackAuto Playback How To Cancel Auto PlaybackProtecting a File Press the Menu button to cancel the protect settingPress the CARD/IN button and select the copy source How To Cancel the SettingCopying Files Copying all imagesCopying Selected Image Mount a SmartMedia memory card in the camera Playing a File Shot with Another Brand of CameraSetting a Print Service Setting Dpof Direct Print of FileSpecifying the number of prints When previous Dpof settings existSpecifying the number of indexes How to cancel the settingsCanceling Dpof settings Setting Secret File Setting a passwordSet the Mode dial to Setup Setting secret files When you forget your passwordHow to Cancel a password How To Cancel settings How to Display Secret FileWhen Secret File is already set Select a source file to erase Switch To the Erase ModeSelect the Erase Mode Erasing a File ImageErase Press the or button to select anImage file to erase Erase All Images Erase Selected Files Images Page 107 MiscellaneousMacintosh Installing Camera Utility SoftwareInstallation Transferring Images to a PCMiscellaneous Connecting the Camera to a PCPress the Enter button to select OFF Changing Camera SettingsBeep Sound Setting Press the or button to select BeepAuto Power Off Setting How To reset settingsPress the or button to select Auto Keep Settings Formatting Internal Memory After confirming the setting, press the Menu buttonChanging OSD On-Screen Display Language Changing Video-Out Signal Method NTSC/PAL Restoring the Setting Changing LCD ConfirmationPress the or button to select LCD Changing the LCD Setting Initializing Settings With sequential numbering on initial setting When continuous numbering is offChanging File Names Use the up or down button to select Use the up or down button to select Display → PowerAfter checking the version, press the Menu button Rotate the mode dial toChecking the Version Press the Enter button to select onUsing the Remote Control Setting Exposure Compensation Shooting in Manual Focus ModePlaying Moving the playback position Canceling the mode settingMagnifying an Image Zoom Playback Displaying Multiple Images Multi Image PlaybackClearing all files Deleting multiple filesErasing the files Model Remarks AccessoriesPotential Causes of Condensation Handling PrecautionsCare and Storage CareStorage Troubleshooting Power SourceRecording and Playback 122 123 Ricoh AC-3 AC adapter optional Using a Local TV Receiver for Playing Pictures125 About the Warranty and Servicing126 Specifications Auto Power-Off Image Data Recording and Playback Image ResolutionPower Supply Main Batteries Date backup batteryRecording Capacities Type PIC ModeUSA FCC Part15 Class B Information to the UserRicoh Service Offices